Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $300 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 61/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 2,728,128).
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Cheaper: $300 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (89/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2728128
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2680
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 8358
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 4 points higher (65/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (80/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (89/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2728128 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2680 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8358 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | — | 215 g | |
| Price | $300 | $1999 |
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 30.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1699. Redmi Turbo 5 Max is cheaper by $1699.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (92/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (80/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (50/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (89/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.